Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gunderson, Hospitalist in Portland, OR?
Dr. Launa Gunderson, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Portland, OR with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Gunderson graduated from Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine. Dr. Gunderson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gunderson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gunderson’s office at (800) 813-2000.
Where did Dr. Gunderson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Gunderson board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Launa Gunderson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Gunderson speak?
Dr. Gunderson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Gunderson treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Gunderson diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Gunderson. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Amputation Aftercare
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Limb Loss
- Post-amputation care
- Limb loss recovery
- Amputee rehabilitation
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4781: Encounter for orthopedic aftercare following surgical amputation
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Left Hip Fracture
- Hip Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Hip
- Left Femur Fracture
- Thigh Bone Break
- Hip Bone Fracture
- Femur Neck Fracture
- Proximal Femur Fracture
- Thigh Bone Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72142D: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of left femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
- S72002D: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of left femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
- Cellulitis
- Left Leg Skin Infection
- Bacterial Left Leg Infection
- Spreading Left Leg Infection
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Leg Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb
- L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
Also known as:
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Malaise
- Fatigue
- General discomfort
- Feeling unwell
- Unease
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5381: Other malaise
Also known as:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Ischemia
- Cerebral Infarction
- Clot Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- I63311: Cerebral infarction due to thrombosis of right middle cerebral artery
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Gunderson perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Launa Gunderson may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Gunderson's office.
Does Dr. Gunderson accept my insurance?
Dr. Gunderson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 813-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gunderson accept in Portland, OR?
Dr. Gunderson in Portland, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CareOregon
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Department of Defense / Tricare
Group Marketing Services
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Oregon
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Gunderson's office located?
Dr. Launa Gunderson's Primary Practice
4805 NE Glisan St Ste BG5
Portland, OR 97213
(800) 813-2000
What is Dr. Gunderson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gunderson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871715714.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gunderson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gunderson
What is Dr. Launa Gunderson's specialty?
Dr. Gunderson is a Hospitalist near Portland, OR. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Gunderson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Launa Gunderson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gunderson is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Sunnyside Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Westside Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
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Is Launa Gunderson accepting new patients in Portland, OR?
Yes, Dr. Launa Gunderson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Launa Gunderson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gunderson's office at (800) 813-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Launa Gunderson?
Please contact Dr. Gunderson's office at (800) 813-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Launa Gunderson have?
Dr. Launa Gunderson is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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